Month: September 2016

When you’re launching your own startup, the question of funding is one you eventually have to answer. In a perfect world, all you’d need is your great idea and you’d be on your way. Unfortunately, the real world’s a bit messier. See, you know your idea will revolutionize the world, but convincing others to separate from their hard-earned cash isn’t easy. What’s more, they probably want a piece of your business in exchange. Luckily, there’s a ton of great information out there about startup funding, from whether you should pursue…

Nearly everyone has been there: the nightmare boss. It’s so common that it’s become a trope in nearly every workplace comedy; think Office Space, 9 to 5, Horrible Bosses. What are some of the signs of a nightmare boss that you notice in those shows? Okay, that last one is a dead giveaway, seeing as it’s right in the title. However, it serves as a sign for how normal it is for people to have a terrible boss. Scott Adams made an entire career out of lampooning terrible leadership in…

Entrepreneurs have one of the most difficult jobs in the world. Mistakes are a given in any job, but with so many balls in the air, entrepreneurs are especially vulnerable to them. Why do we keep going in spite of the hard work, long hours, and propensity for mistakes? Simple: the rewards when things go right are incredible. So continue reading for the entrepreneurial mistakes to avoid. Forewarned is forearmed. Read on to discover the seven most common mistakes entrepreneurs make, and then avoid them like the plague! 1. Expecting…